Community Occupational Therapist

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our Prevention & Early Intervention service.

You will play a key role in supporting adults (aged 18+) with physical disabilities that impact functional ability, using a person-centred, strength-based approach to promote independence, wellbeing, and meaningful engagement in daily life. The focus of this role is to reduce risks (including falls), prevent escalation, and avoid outcomes such as hospital admissions, formal care packages, and functional decline.

Working autonomously within a supportive team, you will manage a diverse and complex caseload, delivering high-quality OT interventions across the community.

• Provide high-quality OT assessments with a clear person-centred and strength-based focus
• Use strong clinical knowledge of physical health conditions to guide assessment and intervention
• Manage and prioritise a varied caseload independently, with access to supervision where needed
• Assess for and arrange minor equipment, specialist equipment, and major adaptations (including Disabled Facilities Grants)
• Complete manual handling assessments and provide advice
• Contribute to rehousing reports and provide effective signposting to appropriate services
• Maintain clear, timely, and comprehensive documentation
• Work collaboratively with individuals, carers, and multidisciplinary colleagues
• Apply a strong understanding of safeguarding and the Care Act

• Works confidently and independently within a community setting
• Supports colleagues and contributes to a positive team environment
• Is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred outcomes

• Previous community social care OT experience highly desirable
• At least 2 years post-qualifying experience